IABC Great Plains

IABC Great Plains IABC Great Plains is where communicators go to connect and grow in Bismarck, ND and beyond.

🌟Volunteers Needed!🌟Put your marketing and communications skills to work for good at Gift of Communication on Wednesday,...
11/06/2025

🌟Volunteers Needed!🌟
Put your marketing and communications skills to work for good at Gift of Communication on Wednesday, November 13, from 12–4 PM. Collaborate with a local nonprofit to strengthen their storytelling, communications, strategy, and community impact—all while connecting with fellow professionals who care about making a difference.

We are excited to have FIVE nonprofits join us this year:
Central Dakota Children's Choir (CDCC)
Dakota Children's Advocacy Center
Enable, Inc.
Prevent Child Abuse North Dakota Families Flourish ND
Stepping Stone Ministries

Have volunteer hours to use? This is the perfect opportunity to make them count.

Your expertise can help local nonprofits share their mission and reach more people than ever before.
Sign up to volunteer: https://buff.ly/lRHZur7

The North Dakota Office of Management and Budget is seeking a Senior Communications Specialist to serve as a trusted adv...
11/06/2025

The North Dakota Office of Management and Budget is seeking a Senior Communications Specialist to serve as a trusted advisor to multiple North Dakota state agencies to help plan, write and share timely, accurate and meaningful information with their audiences.

This brand-new position will play a key role in the Communications team, working together to support statewide initiatives, strengthen internal and external messaging, and help agencies tell their stories in ways that truly connect.

This position is located in Bismarck, and it closes on Nov. 17, 2025.

Apply today at https://buff.ly/XaOtxjV

Got more ideas than time to make them happen? You’re not alone.Join us for our November Coffee Chat led by IABC board me...
10/21/2025

Got more ideas than time to make them happen? You’re not alone.

Join us for our November Coffee Chat led by IABC board member Kay LaCoe, as we talk about managing idea overload, capturing inspiration, and finding balance between creativity and ex*****on. Learn practical ways to turn inspiration into impact while knowing when it’s okay to set things aside.

☕ IABC members get in FREE, and your coffee is on us.
Not a member? Join the conversation for just $10 plus fees (that covers your beverage too), or check out our new Member Lite option!

Secure your spot now: https://buff.ly/sqxINDk

Everyone is invited to "Meet the Pros" on Thursday, October 9 at the University of Mary! We'll hear from a panel of prof...
10/08/2025

Everyone is invited to "Meet the Pros" on Thursday, October 9 at the University of Mary!

We'll hear from a panel of professionals and students who will share their career journey and aspirations, plus plenty of time for networking + snacks!

Meet our panelists⬇️

Sarah Cress, Communication student at the University of Mary
Vaughn Deinhart, Program Manager at Pavewise and Co-Founder at ProntoChore
Alicia Jolliffe, Social Strategist at ND Tourism
Alison Kirsch, Strategic Communication student at the University of Mary
Reggie Morse, Newsroom Manager / Evening News Producer at KFYR-TV
Wendy Schweitzer, Marketing Manager at DCN
Ashley Weightman, HR Specialist at Interstate Engineering

Registration is free at https://buff.ly/9u6xysE

We hope to see you at an upcoming event - there's something for everyone!🌟 Oct. 9 from 5:30 - 8 pm - Meet the Pros We've...
10/07/2025

We hope to see you at an upcoming event - there's something for everyone!

🌟 Oct. 9 from 5:30 - 8 pm - Meet the Pros
We've partnered with the University of Mary to bring together students and professionals for a night of networking and Q&A. Register at https://buff.ly/M9VC5D9

🌟 Oct. 16 from 10 am - 12 pm - AI Masterclass Virtual Workshop
Join IABC Philadelphia for this practical, interactive masterclass and learn how to strategically integrate AI forecasting into your communication planning. Register at https://buff.ly/aeJVjoT

🌟 Nov. 6 from 9 -10 am - In-person Coffee Chat
Join us for a relaxed, in-person conversation, all while enjoying a cup of coffee! Register at https://buff.ly/lvG5Rhs

🌟 Nov. 13 from 12 - 4 pm - Gift of Communication
Volunteer to be matched up with a nonprofit organization and give guidance on their communications and marketing opportunities and challenges. Register at https://buff.ly/FSFg62r

Career changes impact all of us, whether you are considering one, have been through one, or are supporting someone on th...
09/25/2025

Career changes impact all of us, whether you are considering one, have been through one, or are supporting someone on their journey.

Join us next week for an engaging Coffee Chat with Jennifer Doll, Great Plains IABC President, as she shares her own midlife career change experience and kicks off a meaningful conversation about navigating change with confidence.

☕ Remember, IABC members get in FREE, and your coffee is on us!
Not a member? Join the conversation for just $10 plus fees (that covers your beverage too).

Secure your spot now: https://buff.ly/T39sp0v

Thank you to Lindsey Hefta and Annie Elhard from the Dakota Credit Union Association for taking time yesterday to walk u...
09/19/2025

Thank you to Lindsey Hefta and Annie Elhard from the Dakota Credit Union Association for taking time yesterday to walk us through a multi-channel marketing campaign.

The presentation, discussion, and questions were interesting and eye-opening!

We love to celebrate and learn from the work within our own community - who else would you like to present?

It's almost time for our annual Gift of Communication event! We are looking for local nonprofit organizations that want ...
09/10/2025

It's almost time for our annual Gift of Communication event!

We are looking for local nonprofit organizations that want help with communications, marketing or outreach efforts. Nonprofit participants will be matched with local communications professionals who will consult and advise on the organization’s communications and marketing opportunities and challenges.

Help spread the word! Interested nonprofits should send us a message at
iabcgreatplains@gmail.com.

Coffee might just be the secret ingredient to a great brainstorm ☕️Big thanks to Hope Sisk, Marketing Director at the Bi...
08/11/2025

Coffee might just be the secret ingredient to a great brainstorm ☕️

Big thanks to Hope Sisk, Marketing Director at the Bismarck Larks Baseball Club, for leading our August coffee chat! Her insights on how to spark successful brainstorms gave us all fresh ideas to take back to our teams.

We’re also grateful to Dunn Brothers Coffee for hosting us, nothing fuels creativity like a good cup of coffee and great company.

📅 Spots are still open for our next coffee chat on September 4, don’t miss out! https://buff.ly/6ZK7dmv

In-Person Coffee Chats are BACK! 🎉Join us on August 7th for a casual and insightful conversation on leading better brain...
07/25/2025

In-Person Coffee Chats are BACK! 🎉

Join us on August 7th for a casual and insightful conversation on leading better brainstorms and bringing bold ideas to life, led by Hope Sisk, Marketing Director for Larks Baseball. Whether you’re leading a team or want to sharpen your idea sessions, this event is for you!

☕ IABC members get in FREE, and your coffee is on us!
Not a member? Join the conversation for just $10 plus fees—that covers your beverage too!

Let’s connect, share ideas, and start the day inspired.
Secure your spot now: https://buff.ly/BgTTydA

📣 Job Alert: The North Dakota Department of Financial Institutions is on the lookout for a new Communications Director. ...
07/23/2025

📣 Job Alert:

The North Dakota Department of Financial Institutions is on the lookout for a new Communications Director. This role is ideal for a talented individual ready to spearhead strategic communication initiatives. To apply, visit https://buff.ly/08SkX8x.

👏 THANK YOU 👏 to the nearly 100 attendees, our presenters and panelists, our partners and sponsors, and the University o...
05/19/2025

👏 THANK YOU 👏 to the nearly 100 attendees, our presenters and panelists, our partners and sponsors, and the University of Mary for the fantastic views and the beautiful space.

There were MANY highlights from Communicate Stronger 2025. Here are just a few of ours.

👉 If you haven't shared your feedback yet, please take a few minutes to do so at https://buff.ly/gTsMidn

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